1. The Policy of the Council of Europe towards
neighbouring regions aims primarily at extending co-operation beyond
the continent and at developing a common legal space based on Council
of Europe values and instruments in order to promote stability and
democratic security of both Europe and its neighbouring regions.
It is based on the 2011 “Istanbul parameters”, according to which
co-operation with the countries concerned shall be demand-driven,
tailored and flexible, whilst entirely governed by Council of Europe
values and standards.
2. The implementation of the Policy of the Council of Europe
towards neighbouring regions has no bearing on the position of member
States on questions relating to the recognition of sovereignty.
